Proposal Manager

Trimble Inc.

. Manage the end-to-end proposal process and ensure all deadlines are met .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,100 - $125,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the end-to-end proposal process, ensuring compliance with company standards while delivering compelling content. Proficient in proposal management software and skilled in creating visually appealing documents under tight deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Proposal ManagementLoopio ProficiencyMicrosoft Word ExpertiseAPMP CertificationCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Proposal WritingContent FormattingQuality AssuranceData AnalysisDocument Design

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementWritten CommunicationFeedback ProvisionSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

LoopioIrisMicrosoft ExcelAdobe AcrobatTrimble AI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

APMPShipley Certification

Industry Keywords

Proposal ProcessAsset Lifecycle ManagementRFx ResponsesCompliance StandardsPerformance Metrics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the end-to-end proposal process and ensure all deadlines are met
Collaborate with sales managers, solution engineers, legal, and product teams to research, write, edit, format, and quality-check Asset Lifecycle Management proposals and RFx responses
Execute established proposal workflows and ensure compliance with company standards and customer requirements
Work with the proposal team manager, sales managers, and business partners to deliver well-structured, compelling proposal content on time
Maintain and update proposal content repositories in Loopio, including functionality matrices
Use Trimble-approved AI tools to improve process efficiency
Review and refine resumes, project descriptions, and boilerplate content with subject matter experts
Ensure proposal materials align with company branding and messaging standards
Track proposal outcomes, win ratios, and key performance metrics to assess competitive response effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 to 8 years of experience leading end-to-end proposals as a Proposal Manager
Proficiency with proposal management software: Loopio, Iris, etc.
Highly skilled in Microsoft Word
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat
Formal training and/or certification in industry-standard proposal management practices (APMP, Shipley, etc.)
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously
Ability to coordinate and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority
Excellent written communication skills
Ability to create visually appealing and persuasive proposal documents
Self-motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to provide constructive feedback to enhance proposal quality
Experience working under tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment
Bachelor's Degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus eligible
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Time off plans
Retirement plans
Tax savings plans for health, dependent care, and commuter expenses
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs